FRIDGE RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL FOR BUSINESSES
Choosing a safe and compliant solution is vital when your business needs to dispose of old refrigeration equipment. Fridge recycling ensures your old fridges and freezers are handled responsibly. Thus preventing harmful gases and oils from damaging the environment. In addition, by working with a licensed recycling company, your business stays compliant and supports sustainability.
At Pure Planet Recycling, we specialise in fridge recycling and disposal for businesses across Bedfordshire and mainland England. Since 2007, we have helped offices, schools, retailers, and warehouses recycle refrigeration units safely and efficiently. Our service covers everything from small under-counter fridges to large commercial systems. All processed in line with UK hazardous waste regulations.
We make fridge disposal simple, secure, and fully documented from collection through to certification.
The Types Of Fridges And Freezers We Recycle
We recycle all types of refrigeration equipment, including:
- Domestic fridges and freezers
- American-style fridge freezers
- Commercial fridge
- Bar fridges and wine chillers
- Medical and laboratory fridges
- Vending machines
- Air conditioners and dehumidifiers
- Water coolers
Whether you have one small under-counter fridge or a warehouse full, we can collect and recycle it safely.
Please note: we only collect from commercial premises. Domestic customers can use our electrical waste recycling locator to find a local drop-off site.)
Why Choose Pure Planet Recycling?
We hold Environment Agency licences as a Waste Carrier and an Authorised Treatment Facility (ATF). These accreditations prove that we handle refrigeration units legally and responsibly under the Hazardous Waste Regulations. In addition, they demonstrate our long-term commitment to compliance and sustainability.
With more than 18 years of experience, we know exactly how to manage your waste fridges and freezers. Unlike many providers, we collect directly from your site using our own vehicles, so we maintain full control of your equipment throughout the process.
We issue a Hazardous Waste Consignment Note for every load. This document details the number, type, and weight of fridges collected, giving you a complete audit trail for compliance.
Because we process high volumes of equipment, we can offer competitive fridge recycling prices while maintaining excellent service standards. Therefore, you get reliable service and great value in one.
Choose Pure Planet Recycling and you’ll benefit from::
- Licensed, insured, and certified operations
- Secure nationwide collections
- Professional staff and vehicles
- Full documentation for your records
- ISO 14001 and SafeContractor accreditation
- Trusted service used by schools, offices, retailers, and public sector organisations
In short, we make business fridge recycling straightforward, sustainable, and stress-free.
How Our Fridge Recycling Service Works
We’ve designed our process to be clear and efficient from the first enquiry right through to collection. Our team explains each step, arranges the paperwork, and ensures your fridges are collected safely and on time.
Send Us Your Details
Provide a list or photos of the fridges and freezers you want to recycle, along with your collection address and any access notes.
Receive Your Quote
We’ll send you a competitive quote based on the equipment type, quantity, and location.
Book Your Collection
Once you approve the quote, we’ll confirm a date that suits you. Our team handles all loading, lifting, and transportation.
Secure Transport
We use our own fleet of vehicles to deliver your units to our site in Bedfordshire.
Recycling Process
Fridge recycling involves safely removing gases and oils, shredding the units, and separating metals, plastics, and foam so that each material can be recovered and reused.
Reporting And Certification
After recycling is complete, we email your recycling report and all required paperwork.
How Is A Fridge Recycled
Many people don’t realise how complex fridge recycling is. In fact, each unit contains gases, oils and insulation foam that must be removed under strict environmental controls. Below is a step-by-step overview of what happens inside a UK fridge recycling plant.
1. Preparation
The recycling team begins by removing any food, liquids, trays, and shelves from the fridge. They send these items for further recycling before the main treatment starts.
2. Removal of Refrigerant Gas and Oil
Next, they extract all refrigerant gases and oils, such as CFCs and HFCs, which can damage the environment. Using strong vacuum systems, they remove more than 99% of the oil and gas mixture. They then purify the oil under vacuum to remove any remaining gases, while compressors are removed and recycled for their metal content.
3. Pre-Shredding
After degassing, the team lowers the fridge into a sealed shredding chamber. Inside, the unit is shredded under nitrogen to prevent ignition, while activated carbon filters capture any blowing agents released during the process.
4. Secondary Shredding
They then feed the pre-shredded material into a cross-flow shredder. This breaks it down further while cryogenic condensation captures any remaining refrigerant or flammable gases. Every stage is monitored and contained to ensure complete safety and compliance.
5. Air Classification
Next, the system separates materials by weight. Light plastic fractions move in one direction while heavier metals move in another. Air suction removes dust and residue, leaving clean material streams ready for sorting.
6. Magnetic Separation
The shredded material passes under a powerful magnet that pulls out ferrous metals such as steel. An eddy current separator then separates non-ferrous metals like aluminium and copper.
7. Thermal Treatment of Residues
Any remaining insulation foam or non-recyclable material goes through pyrolysis. This process converts the residue into heat and energy, reducing waste and supporting energy recovery.
8. Material Recovery
Finally, the recycling plant sorts and packs all recovered plastics and metals. These materials are sent to reprocessors who use them to manufacture new products, completing the recycling cycle.
Fridge Disposal FAQ
No. We only provide fridge recycling for business premises. Householders can use our electrical waste recycling locator to find a local recycling centre.
Prices depend on the type, size, and quantity of fridges, along with your location. Send us details or photos, and we’ll provide a quick quote.
You’ll receive a Hazardous Waste Consignment Note at the point of collection. Plus a recycling report once processing is complete.
No. Most scrap yards cannot legally accept fridges because they contain hazardous substances. Only licensed facilities can safely recycle them.
Fridges contain refrigerants and insulation foam that release harmful gases when damaged. Recycling ensures these materials are treated correctly and the rest of the unit is reused.
Contact us today to arrange your fridge recycling and disposal. We collect your units, handle all compliance paperwork, and make sure recycling happens safely and responsibly.
